About This Property
Hidden within the pristine Tahoe Forest, this exceptional North Lake Tahoe estate offers a rare fusion of luxury mountain living, income-producing versatility, and immediate access to world-class recreation. Private, serene, and surrounded by towering pines, this is a legacy-caliber property designed for both lifestyle and performance. The main residence is complemented by two self-contained living suites, each with a full kitchen and bath, creating a highly desirable configuration for short-term rental income, multi-generational living, executive guest accommodations, or hybrid owner-use investment strategies. The lower-level suite is thoughtfully integrated with the main home via an interior staircase, allowing it to function as an extension of the residence or as a separate rental suite. The second suite, located above the expansive garage, bringing the total square footage up to 4,259, offers complete privacy—ideal for maximizing rental yield while preserving owner enjoyment. At the heart of the property is a truly rare 6-car tandem garage, designed to meet the demands of a luxury Tahoe lifestyle. With room for multiple vehicles and all seasonal equipment, the garage also includes an attached private gym/workout room, elevating the home’s appeal for wellness-focused owners and premium renters alike. A large detached work shed in the backyard further enhances functionality, offering ample space for gear storage, workshop use, or additional operational flexibility—an invaluable feature for both personal use and rental management. Outdoor access is unparalleled. A short walk through the forest connects directly to an expansive trail network, offering year-round recreation including mountain biking, hiking, trail running, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling—a highly sought-after amenity for luxury short-term renters. Just beyond the trees lies the North Tahoe Regional Park, featuring ropes courses, disc golf, athletic fields, a community garden, and year-round activities that significantly enhance guest experience and rental desirability. This property delivers the rare combination of true forest seclusion and proximity to North Lake Tahoe’s premier destinations, including lakeshore access, ski resorts, dining, shopping, and year-round events. The setting offers an unmatched sense of calm and exclusivity—an increasingly scarce asset in the Tahoe basin. Whether positioned as a high-performing short-term rental, a luxury second home with income upside, or a long-term investment with multiple revenue streams, this residence stands apart. With multiple living units, exceptional privacy, oversized garage capacity, direct trail access, and premium recreational adjacency, this is one of the most compelling luxury investment opportunities currently available in North Lake Tahoe.
Listing Details
Property History
Sale History · changed hands 1×
| Sold | Price | Listing agent (sell side) | Buyer agent (buy side) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2017 · county record | $1,100,000 | Deed record — brokerage sides not reported | |
MLS closed sales, with duplicate ingestions collapsed and lease records excluded, so each row is a distinct transaction. Rows marked county record come from the assessor's deed data, which reaches back further than the MLS feed; rows marked via a listing site fill the years the feed misses using that site's public sale record.
STR Investment Analysis
Yellow ZoneSTR Investment Summary — 6442 Donner Road, Tahoe Vista
Nightly rates and occupancy from Tahoe Vista market data (34 comparable 5-bedroom rentals, 2026-08); seasonality from comparable Tahoe rentals. Gross of management, cleaning and platform fees. Assumes full-year availability, professional management and dynamic pricing; owner use reduces it. Estimates vary.
Land Coverage (TRPA)
Tahoe Regional Planning Agency impervious-coverage budget for this parcel
TRPA caps how much of each Tahoe Basin parcel can be covered by impervious surfaces — buildings, driveways, decks. Estimated coverage — data: TRPA GIS / Tahoe Open Data. The only authoritative determination of coverage and land capability is a Land Capability Verification through TRPA; actual allowable coverage can differ due to verifications, transfers, banked coverage, or deed restrictions.
TRPA parcel fact sheet ↗ How the Basin comparesBuilding Permit History
Placer County permit records for this parcel
Public permit records from the Placer County permit portal, last checked 2026-09-23. Open permits should be finaled or closed before close of escrow; verify current permit status directly with the county.
Cost Segregation Tax Savings
Estimated first-year bonus depreciation savings
